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July News: National Spotlight on Neighborhood Strength

July 27, 2017

Neighborhood Strength Model in National Spotlight

Earlier this month we announced the latest investments from our resident-led grantmaking model, Neighborhood Strength, along with an interactive website that documents this unique process taking place in Crown Heights.

Foundation Staff News

We’re pleased to welcome two new members to the Foundation's team, as well as announce a promotion:

Andrea MacDonald joins our Philanthropy team as Manager of Donor Services. Andrea has worked in development for the past 8 years, primarily focused on education and schools.

Chelsea Smith joins our Program team as Program Officer. Chelsea has more than 10 years of local, national, and international grantmaking experience. She began her career with the Altman Foundation, and most recently worked for the Robertson Foundation.

Liane Stegmaier, who has been with the Foundation since 2011, is now VP of Communications and Strategy. She will continue to oversee all communications, while deepening the Foundation’s commitment to advocacy and community engagement and helping shape long-term strategies.

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Grantee Spotlight

Brooklyn Youth Fellow Daniel-Joseph Cyan is reporting on the work of our grantees this summer as our Communications Intern. Read about his recent visits to Global Action Project and Theatre of the Oppressed NYC, both supported through our Invest in Youth Grant Program.

Neighborhood Strength Model in National Spotlight

Earlier this month we announced the latest investments from our resident-led grantmaking model, Neighborhood Strength, along with an interactive website that documents this unique process taking place in Crown Heights." data-share-imageurl="">